1. Immediate Benefit: Visa-Free Entry (Up to 15 Days)
China currently offers unilateral visa-free entry for citizens of several countries for stays of up to 15 days for business purposes. If your country is listed below, you may not need to apply for a visa to attend TCT Asia:
Eligible Countries:
- Europe: France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, Ireland, Belgium, Austria, Hungary, Luxembourg.
- Asia: Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore (Up to 30 days for Singapore, please confirm).
*Action: If your country is listed, please confirm the maximum stay duration and entry requirements with your local Chinese Embassy before travel.
2. Primary Visa Type: M Visa (Business Visa)
For attendees whose country is not on the visa-free list, the M Visa is the required and correct category for professional attendance at a trade show.
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Visa Type | M Visa (Business Visa). (The L-Visa/Tourist Visa is NOT recommended.) |
| Key Document | A formal Business Invitation Letter issued by the TCT Asia organizers. |
| Recommendation | Start your application at least 2 months prior (i.e., by January 2026) to account for processing time. |
3. APEC Business Travel Card Holders
Visitors holding a valid APEC Business Travel Card are eligible for visa-free entry into China for stays up to 60 or 90 days.
⚠️ Important Application Notice (Disclaimer)
- All visa policies are subject to change by the Chinese government. Please rely exclusively on the official information from your local Chinese Embassy or Consulate.
- Organizer Support: Upon successful pre-registration, visitors requiring a visa can contact us to request an official invitation letter for their M-Visa application.
